Dill Pickle Relish
6 C Cucumbers, chopped
2 C red bell pepper, chopped
2 C onion, chopped
1 C celery chopped
2/3 C pickling salt
6 C water
4 C Cider vinegar
2 Tbsp mustard seed
1 tsp celery seed
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 chili peppers, minced (optional)
1/2 C fresh dill weed, chopped (4 tsp dried)
1 Combine cucumber, pepper, onion and celery with salt and water. Let sit for 3 hours. Drain thoroughly rinse with cold water and drain again.
2. Bring vinegar and remaining ingredients to a boil in a large pan. Add chopped vegetables and return to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and continue cooking until relish reaches desired consistency. (about 15 minutes)
3. Ladle into hot pint jars, leaving 1/2 inch head space. Process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.